The Homes & Gardens Library is a definitive collection of design rules and timeless explainers. From how to choose a sofa to the principles of layout, each entry blends editorial authority, expert ...

When common areas are connected, a living space becomes more conducive to congregating. "The benefit of open-plan living is that you design your living room, dining room, and kitchen to be your home’s ...

Credit: Interior Design by Seasons 4 Design; Photo by Amanda Archibald Photography Credit: Interior Design by Seasons 4 Design; Photo by Amanda Archibald Photography Whether you’re a serial room ...

Small living rooms can be the coziest and most inviting kind of living room, and not only are the style, colors, and pieces of furniture essential to making your small living room feel homey but also ...

The living room is one of the most frequently used spaces in a home, which means one thing: It needs to be beautiful and functional. A successful room layout is the key to achieving both. In the past, ...

You’re looking at rearranging your living room and just staring at the standard pieces: a sofa, a couple of chairs, and maybe a coffee table. How many ways are there to lay those out within a space?

I tried the online interior design service Havenly to update my living room. I recently moved into a new apartment and needed some inspiration for a common space. The process was so easy that I'm ...

Editor’s note: Welcome to the 35th installment of Brownstone Boys Reno, a reader renovation diary. We’re excited to publish their tale of buying and renovating a brownstone in Bed Stuy. See the first ...

Designing interiors for the home has gotten a little easier recently through the use virtual design tools instead of dragging a sofa around. Now, home store Wayfair is getting in on the action, ...

Avoid common living room design pitfalls like single overhead lighting, single-function layouts, and overuse of the same materials. Instead, embrace layered lighting, create functional zones, and mix ...

Living room layout mistakes can throw off the entire experience of a space. Whether the chairs are too far away for normal interactions, the furniture is all pushed against the walls, or there's no ...